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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

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